Homemade Hamburger Helper

5 from 1 vote

This homemade hamburger helper is quick, easy, and a delicious dinner recipe perfect for any weeknight meal. Made with ground beef, pasta, and a rich, cheesy sauce, this one pot meal is ready in 30 minute. It's time to ditch the boxed stuff and enjoy this homemade version of a classic recipe everyone will love!

Prep Time15

Cook Time30

Total Time45

Course: dinner

Cuisine: American

Servings: people

Calories: 675kcal

Author: Amanda Mason

Equipment

1 12-inch skillet with high sides (about 2-3 inches deep)

Ingredients

2 Tablespoons butter, salted
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
1 lb ground beef
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 Tablespoon tomato paste
1 lb Cellentani pasta,, uncooked
4 cups beef broth
2 cups whole milk
2 cups medium cheddar cheese, shredded
2 Tablespoons chopped parsley

Instructions

In a large skillet over medium heat, add 2 Tablespoons of butter, the chopped onion, and 1 pound of ground beef. Cook until no longer pink, ensuring you break up the beef as you go. When done, do not drain the meat.
Add in 1 teaspoon of salt, ½ teaspoon of pepper, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of ground mustard, and mix with the ground beef until well combined.
Add the uncooked pasta, 1 Tablespoon tomato paste, 4 cups of beef broth, 2 cups of milk and mix well to combine. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat and cook uncovered until the the noodles are done, about 12-15 minutes
Then, add in the 2 cups of shredded cheese and stir until creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
Top with parsley and serve immediately.

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